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About:

This patch cord pigtail is 1 meter in length and includes a single OS1/OS2 standard fiber. These designations indicate that the fiber is optimized for both long-haul (OS1) and shorter, high-speed network applications (OS2) that require the performance of single-mode fiber.

Also Known As:

• Single-mode patch cord pigtail
• OS1/OS2 fiber pigtail
• Single-mode fiber optic lead

Common Applications:

• Connecting equipment in data centers where high-speed single-mode fiber connections are required
• Telecommunications links, particularly in backhaul networks
• Enterprise networks, for connecting hardware such as switches, routers, and servers
• Outdoor and indoor cabling where single-mode performance is necessary
• Campus networks, particularly for connections that require high bandwidth over greater distances than multimode fiber can provide
• Any scenario requiring high-speed data transfer over longer distances with minimal signal loss

Standards:

• ITU-T G.652 or G.657 recommendations for single-mode fibers, which address requirements for transmission performance and bending sensitivity
• ANSI/TIA/EIA standards for structured cabling and fiber optic communication
• IEC standards for optical connectors and fiber characteristics
• ISO/IEC standards for network cabling infrastructure

Construction:

• The pigtail would include a single-mode optical fiber encased in a protective jacket.
• A factory-installed connector on one end (the specific type of connector is not indicated by the part number given but would typically be an SC, LC, FC, or ST).
• The 1-meter length is standard for connecting devices within a close range, such as within the same rack or enclosure.
• The other end of the pigtail would be open, typically ready for splicing to another fiber.
• Internally, there may be a strengthening member to protect the fiber from tension and bending.

Features:

• Low insertion loss due to precision manufacturing of the connector, critical for maintaining signal integrity in high-speed networks.
• High return loss, reducing signal reflection and ensuring better signal quality.
• The single-mode OS1/OS2 fiber used in the pigtail allows for compatibility with both conventional and more demanding networking applications.
• The protective jacket is typically color-coded yellow, identifying it as single-mode fiber.
• Flame-retardant or LSZH jacketing options may be available to meet specific building code requirements.

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